Employee Onboarding Checklist

Pre-start through 30/60/90 milestones — a structured ramp for every new hire.

Checklist steps

  1. Send offer letter and contract

    Use e-sign. Confirm signed copy is filed.

  2. Provision IT access

    Email, SSO, code repos (if eng), team channels, project tools.

  3. Ship equipment

    Laptop, peripherals, swag. Confirm delivery before start date.

  4. Day one welcome and orientation

    Manager + HR session. Cover mission, comp, benefits, policies.

  5. Assign buddy or mentor

    Pair with someone on or near the team. Schedule first coffee.

  6. Set 30/60/90 goals

    Specific, measurable goals. Review weekly in 1:1s.

  7. 30-day check-in

    Manager + HR. Wins, blockers, fit, learning needs.

  8. 60-day check-in

    Productivity ramp on track? Adjust scope if needed.

  9. 90-day review

    Formal end-of-probation review. Confirm or adjust trajectory.

Frequently asked questions

How long should onboarding take?

30/60/90 is the standard. Full productivity usually lands between day 60 and 90.

Who owns onboarding?

The hiring manager — HR supports.